I'll add to bob seijas, I have purchased and fired 160 rounds of some new PPU (serbian) recently, 2 types, 150gr SP, 150gr FMJ. And headed out tommorow to shoot some more. Both performed extremely...
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I'll add to bob seijas, I have purchased and fired 160 rounds of some new PPU (serbian) recently, 2 types, 150gr SP, 150gr FMJ. And headed out tommorow to shoot some more. Both performed extremely...
I have done buisness with both sites already suggested, CMP is great(where i bought my Garand)! But, also check out Orion7, Tony has Greek HXP, bulk in stock. He sells different package deals as...
I just recieved my SA Svc Grade, last week. I reccommed reading the booklet inlcuded. And for further more in depth reading check out Scott Duff's M1 garand book. I field stripped my rifle and...
Thanks for the replies so far guys.
Friend of mine found a m1 carbine S/N 1,065,7xx..From what i can find is its a winchester made somewhere...sept. '42- feb. '44. Anyone here have any links to some good resources or have any advice on...
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Seller doesnt know round count. but looks pretty clean. as we all know.pictures can be decieving.
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I would...
Well he is asking 400. for it. Havent seen many around by me. and usually pretty pricey when i do. at this point its just a thought. just looking for opinions experiences and any helpful advice....
Hey everyone. Im new to the forum here and have the chance to pick up a Auto ordnance M1 carbine at a good price, comes with 2 30rd mags as well. What should i look for and be aware of. Any reason i...
Well, Just got home and checked my headspace using the hornady tool. Which indicates a headspace of 2.044" +/- .001" . So with SAAMI specs being 2.048"-2.058" i should be fine. I will have to fire...
Thanks for the replies..i ended up with the standard die set. I sized up 10 cases during setup. Now i need to setup my case trimmer and seater die. I have some 168 gr on hand, that is use for my M1A...
Thanks for the reply. Just receieved my X-dies today. Hopefully by the weekend i can get them set and and get some reloading done. I use CCI #34 primers, anyone else use them for mil-surps. They work...
Thanks for the replies so far. I have a couple questions on some data. I have 168 gr BTHP already that i use in my M1A, and these should be fine in the garand as well. But what about my 03A3? Its a 2...
Thanks for the input. I use LEE, RCBS, HORNADY dies. Each have thier own advantages and purposes. I dont need national match micrometer dies. My range is only 100 yds. But do prefer to make the best...
The Hornady dies are my second choice at this.point. I use the Hornady dies for .450 Bushmaster. I love the.seater die. But the x die sizer is awesome as well. Torn between the two.
Going to start reloading for m1garand and my 1903a3. want to use the rxbs x-dies. I use them for my ar15 and M1a now. They work great. Anyone else use them for 30.06? Or any reccomendations for a die...
Well guys got to the range again today and put another 20rds through it, This target is at 50yds. shooting from sitting postion, using the sling. The rifle shoots low, and last few rounds i was using...
Ressurection complete! Does she shoot as good as she looks!?
Closer look at the rear sight does point to some issues.
Offset to left and crooked.
http://i963.photobucket.com/albums/ae113/SCAGNETTI101/2012-02-11004515.jpg
Witness marks way off? ...
Does it look leaded? the gauge reading would indicate that shooting it might be a bad idea. Corrosive ammo might be a cause of corrosion and pitting, but not enough to erode the barrel completely. I...
Anbody with some help?
Well, after all of my reading and research. This is what i've come up with. Built between Jan/Feb 1944. Original barrel on it 8-44. All parts have an "R" stamped in them except for the extractor claw...
Well got out to the range....beautiful late afternoon.
http://i963.photobucket.com/albums/ae113/SCAGNETTI101/2012-02-04154925.jpg
First 4 rds, 50 yds., bechrested....
Pics of the bore and crown, best i could do with cell. Battery charging for digi-cam. Its a 2 groove like i said before. I can clearly see the rifling go all the way from the chamber up to the...
Thanks. Just hope its safe to shoot. Going to try and get out tommorow. sometime. Have to remember camera! Will post up a range report.